On Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:06:57 -0700, timW
wrote:

Sorry for the long-winded post. Being a newbie with regard to inboards
has left me with a ton of questions regarding today's outing. I just
wish I knew someone locally with experience of these boats who could
come out with me to check the points out for me.

I assume this is an outdrive?

If it is, the trim tab on the outdrive needs to be adjusted opposite
the direction of torque. It's a balancing act.

With respect to the trim tabs, yes in different current and wind
conditions you have to tinker with the trim tabs all the time - in
particular with that deep a deadrise.

With respect to the gas, I'm thinking along the lines of Jim - changes
the fuel/water filter, chuck a can of Stabil or gas treatment and
refill with new gas.